Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a debut author in the process of launching my first book – Killer Domes and the Chosen One. I consider myself a nomad, mostly residing in SE Asia where I divide my time between writing and volunteer work.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Killer Domes and the Chosen One was inspired by the friendship of two dogs rescued from the meat trade in Asia. I was on a 10-day silent meditation retreat when I mentally developed most of the plot, otherwise, my mind would have been fully starved of stimulation and I would have most likely descended into madness.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
My writing is an adaptation of a brain movie. I don’t start writing until I know the complete story. Aside from that, I completely isolate myself for months with no socialising and minimal human interaction, to fully immerse myself in the fictional world.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Unlike most authors, I’m not much of a reader. I’m a creator who has currently chosen writing as a creative outlet. It is most likely, subconsciously, that I have been influenced by games and movies.
What are you working on now?
Aside from the debut book launch, I am mentally developing a weird fantasy mystery.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am yet to discover the answer to this question.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Ask people to read your stories before you publish. Find as many people as possible: friends, family, colleagues, other authors. Ask them to be honest and be prepared for the worst! Your own perception of the story is totally different from that of a first-time reader with an empty mind. You WILL need to change things, and then get others to read the revised versions. It will NOT be perfect the first time.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Tidy desk = tidy mind. You can also apply this to life.
What are you reading now?
Immortal Chaos: Twisted Fate by Melinda Hyde. She was kind enough to check out my book, so I’m returning the favour. I like to work with other authors, supporting and advising each other.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’d like to work as hard as possible to write and self-publish 2 more books over the next 2 years. After that depends on finances.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Bear Grylls books I would imagine!
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